Situated nine miles north of West Palm Beach, the Village of North Palm Beach is a haven for boating, shopping, and dining. Because the Village is close to the Palm Beach Inlet, as well as to a host of marina facilities, North Palm Beach attracts fishermen and boaters, alike. Boasting 12,500 residents, North Palm Beach offers an elite selection of waterfront and Intracoastal properties.

The Spa at PGA, 400 Avenue of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens, is a world-reknowned spa and resort.  Spa therapies have existed since the classical times when bathing in mineral waters was considered a popular way to treat illnesses. The practice of traveling to hot or cold springs in hopes of wellness.  You could say spa days date back to prehistoric time. This Valentine's Day make it special with an extra dose of "T.L.C.".  The Spa at PGA is offering amazing sweetheart specials to melt your darlings' little heart.

Pamper yourself or a loved one with an indulgent facial. Red or Pink rose petals are used for its calming and healing abilities, sumptuous rose instantly soothes and nourishes the skin.  The Rose Petal Facial is full of…

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Taste is so subjective…however many agree that Northern Palm Beach County has great fried chicken places. The crispiness of the outer breaded covering is perhaps the most important factor in how the taste of fried chicken is perceived.

Coolinary Café, 4650 Donald Ross Road, Suite 110, Palm Beach Gardens, is worth the wait.  During season, this restaurant has a long wait, and short on seating, nonetheless it’s worth it. The chef, is very creative with menu selections and dishes can be made to order on either small or large plates, depending on your appetite. On the menu is the Boneless Southern Fried Chicken & Waffles. It is quite imaginative and flavorful.  The fried chicken is a signature dish and after a taste, you will know why.  The chicken is…

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Traditional Japanese and Thai dishes are on the menu at Thai Lotus, 201 North U.S.  Highway 1, Jupiter, and another location at 137 North U.S. Highway 1, Tequesta. Both locations offer a large selection of freshly prepared sushi as well. There is a lengthy list of appetizers, soups, salad, noodle dishes, 3 varieties of curry and several stir-fried selections.

Thai cuisine places emphasis on lightly prepared dishes with strong aromatic components with a spicy edge.  The traditional cuisine of Japan is based on rice with miso soup and other dishes with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients. Many dishes that are now popular in Thailand and Japan were historically influenced by Chinese cuisine.

The atmosphere of Thai Lotus is peaceful and serene. The…

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The Town of Jupiter offers many dimensions for the senses.  See the sparkling blue Atlantic Ocean, feel the beach sand between your toes and hear the palm fronds blow in the breeze.  Add the delicious aroma of hot and fresh rustic bread coming out of the oven at Bread by Johnny, 1695 West Indiantown Road, Suite 6, in Jupiter.

Bread by Johnny is the aromatic bakery owned by Johnny VanCora.  He attended William T. Dwyer High School over ten years ago and was known to sell treats.  He would bring his product to school and wait for his regulars to call him.  He’d grab it from his backpack or car and the deal went down.  However, the deal wasn’t for contraband, it was for fresh loaves of bread!

The indie baker graduated from Dwyer and then headed off…

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Think no pain and total relaxation with sensory deprivation a.k.a float therapy at Transitions Float Therapy located at 14141 U.S. Highway One, Juno Beach.  This is a brand-new concept in relaxation and pain relief therapy through the concept of sensory deprivation.

A sensory deprivation tank, also called an isolation tank or flotation tank, is used for restricted environmental stimulation therapy (REST). It is a dark, soundproof tank that is filled with a foot or less of very dense salt water. The first tank was designed in 1954 by John C. Lilly, an American physician and neuroscientist. In the 1970s, viable float tanks were created and began being studied for probable health benefits. These days, finding a sensory deprivation tank is easy, with…

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The Town of Jupiter’s beautiful Abacoa Community is home to a brand new 18-hole miniature golf course. The Golden Cub Mini Golf, located in the heart of Abacoa’s Town Center, 1145 Main Street Jupiter has a huge heart.  

Golden Cub Mini Golf has partnered with the Jack Nicklaus Children's Health Care Foundation and together they will proudly donate a dollar from every full price round of mini golf to the foundation. Jack and Barbara Nicklaus founded the children’s charity in 2004.  In an effort to provide families access to world-class pediatric care, the Jack Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation is honored to support efforts to increase pediatric services here in our area.

The mini course was designed by Nicklaus Design.  The course…

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Riverbend Park, is a state-owned park located at 9060 Indiantown Road, Jupiter.  Just one mile west of Florida's Turnpike in west Jupiter on the south side of Indiantown Road. Palm Beach County offers opportunities for horse enthusiasts and riders of all levels. Riverbend Park offers quiet trails through the woods to competitive show facilities.

Southeast Florida is known for sunny beaches not known as horse country. The diversity of palm Beach County allows you to take a step back in time when the only mode of transportation was to saddle up. Most visitors to the Sunshine State keep themselves so busy sunning and swimming that they never dream that riding trails are only a hoof-beat away.

The long-distance trails at Riverbend Park connect…

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There’s a lot to do in South Florida during the Winter. Here are a few fun things to do during the Winter.

Palm Beach Symphony

Palm Beach Symphony kicks off its 45th season with Symphonic Tales at the Kravis Center, a spectacular selection of lively suites spanning the Romantic Age to the early 20th century. Conducted by the Symphony’s Artistic and Music Director and world-renowned maestro Ramón Tebar, this concert features works by Strauss, Kodaly, Ginastera, Wolf-Ferrari, Borodin and Tschaikovsky, with a special guest performance by The Master Chorale of South Florida performing the Polovetsian Dances from Borodin’s Prince Igor.

Hoffman's Chocolates Winter Wonderland

Hoffman's holiday displays include a lighted gazebo, cascading fountain, an…

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 The FITTEAM Palm Beaches Marathon presented by Jupiter Medical Center is this weekend, November 30 - December 2. The weekend-long event consisting of a Marathon, Half marathon, and 5k road race. Run on a course that winds along the picturesque Intracoastal Waterway next to Lake Worth in West Palm Beach, the Palm Beaches Marathon & Run Fest offers no shortage of beautiful vistas for runners in the full and half marathon events, as well as its relay and 5K races.

Fast, mostly flat and run along paved surfaces, both courses start in downtown West Palm Beach and take runners on a tour of nearby cities and neighborhoods, including historic El Cid neighborhood and the historic Old Northwood community, as well as of the yachts and mansion homes of nearby…

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Every year at Thanksgiving we gather around the table and, most of us, dig into a huge, delicious turkey. For those who don’t like turkey, however, other options. Here are a few featherless favorites.

Honey-Glazed Fresh Ham

Honey-glazed ham is typically a Christmas and Easter classic, but there is no reason not to serve this incredible dish more than twice a year.

Beef Wellington

This classic entrée is usually enjoyed at Christmas dinner, which makes it the perfect dish to serve to get you into the holiday spirit. Wrapped in flaky dough, this filet steak is coated with pâté and duxelles, making it a delectable main dish.

Pork Tenderloin with Warm Plum Salsa

A whole roasted pork tenderloin will easily steal the show at any…

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